To drive innovation and sustain operational excellence, one of the leading energy firms in Nigeria, Aradel Holdings Plc, is joining forces with its suppliers.
The chief executive of Aradel Holdings, Mr Adegbite Falade, described the company’s suppliers and contractors as critical stakeholders because of their contribution to the growth of the organisation.
Speaking at the 2025 Annual Supplier Forum held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, he said, “At Aradel, we believe that strong supplier partnerships are essential to driving innovation and sustaining operational excellence.
“This year’s forum underscores our focus on leveraging technology and upholding the highest standards of quality to unlock greater value for all stakeholders. The forum provided an opportunity to connect as partners working towards a shared objective to achieve excellence in our operations, in alignment with our core values.
“Their innovation, reliability, and alignment with our values have played an essential role in defining our success and helping us maintain high HSE standards, attain key technical milestones, and fulfil our responsibilities to both stakeholders and our partners in our host communities.”
The programme, themed Unlocking Value through Quality and Technology, provided a platform for suppliers to showcase their technological advancements, discuss quality standards, and explore opportunities for shared growth.
It featured keynote presentations, awards, a panel discussion, and breakout sessions covering topics such as digital transformation in procurement, supplier performance improvement, and sustainability in supply chain operations.
In attendance were strategic partners, suppliers, industry stakeholders, and Aradel leadership to foster a deeper collaboration and promote supply chain excellence.
“As a company, we believe that quality and technology are no longer just support functions — they are core to sustainable growth, performance, and long-term value creation.
“As we welcome our partners to the second edition of the annual Suppliers Forum, we reaffirm our commitment to co-creating value through innovation, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. Together, we can unlock value across the entire supply chain,” the Head of Supply Chain Management at Aradel Holdings, Mr Chukwuma Nkwodinmah, said.
In his presentation, the Director of New Business at H-PTP Energy Services, Mr Frank Uchenna Ndulue, gave an overview of how technology had been used to maximise production and reduce challenges in the operations, while the Managing Director of C2G Consulting, Mr Micheal Ukpong, described how digitalisation is changing the energy industry, and commended Aradel for leading the way in digital transformation, urging suppliers to embrace the SAP Ariba system, which allows direct supplier and contract management.